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The Oswego Hotel

4.0 star property
Victoria's urban oasis beckons with garden serenity and spa indulgence, all just a stone's throw from the bustling harbor

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Oswego hotel features a stone facade with a circular logo and lush planters.
Welcome to Hotel 500, where guests can enter through the grand entrance flanked by stone pillars and potted plants.
Cozy dining area with a stone wall, wooden beams, and large windows.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small table, offering a view of the surrounding neighborhood.
The Oswego Hotel, near Victoria Harbour, offers a calm retreat in the city's core. Guests can relax on the garden patio, get a massage, or enjoy breakfast with garden views at Bar500. This eco-certified spot features WiFi, dry cleaning, and electric car charging.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CA $335
CA $393 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

Room options

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Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC, V8V5C1

What's nearby

  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 2 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 37 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 121 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.8 miles/27 km
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 22 miles/35.3 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 17.6 miles/28.2 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 18.5 miles/29.7 km
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.6 miles/33.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Fish Blue Fish - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Oswego Hotel

When you stay at The Oswego Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and central location.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
    • Pet sitting services offered
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (CAD 20 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Evening entertainment
  • Private winery tours
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2007
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 32-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Dining table
  • Mixer
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

The Aegir Room - Overlooking the garden, this lobby lounge serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 15.00 to 40 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 39.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 99.00 per stay)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CAD 20 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number ST861410328

Also known as

Hotel Oswego
Oswego Hotel
Oswego Hotel Victoria
Oswego Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel
The Oswego Hotel Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Oswego Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 39.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Pet-sitting services are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Oswego Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 20 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Oswego Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Oswego Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Oswego Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Oswego Hotel?

Yes, The Aegir Room offers garden views.

Does The Oswego Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around The Oswego Hotel like?

The Oswego Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Victoria Harbour and 6 minutes' walk from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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The Oswego Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Kitchen
Restaurant
Downtown
View
Bed
Bathroom
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • The property warmly welcomes pets, offers treats, and provides pet beds and bowls, making it a pet-friendly haven. (18 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered great food and live music, with many nearby dining options within walking distance. (21 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and convenient with a variety of options, including gluten-free choices. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Excellent stay
1-night trip

10/10

Would definitely stay here again.
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice staff and a really nice hotel. Perfect situated just a block away from the harbour.
1-night trip

10/10

Can’t wait to come back. Victoria is beautiful and the hotel is in walking distance of all the big sights. Beautiful hotel and really kind staff!
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay, highly recommend.
2-night trip

10/10

An absolutely fantastic hotel!!!
7-night trip

10/10

A week of vacation and work, great space, location is perfect for walking and very quiet neighbourhood
7-night trip

10/10

Want to bacl here soon
2-night trip

10/10

This is a quaint hotel in a quiet area. We enjoyed staying there
5-night trip

10/10

2 bedroom suite was perfect for our family stay; walking distance to restaurants and harbour. Perfect location and very nice hotel. We hope to return. Highly recommended.
2-night trip

10/10

This was a perfect stay with friendly staff, great bar and food. A quick walk to almost everything we wanted to see. Would recommend to friends and family and would stay here again
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay, will be back in May for another stay!
2-night trip

10/10

Would stay here again
1-night trip

10/10

We love staying at the Oswego. One of our go-to hotel stays in Victoria.
3-night trip

10/10

Would stay again
1-night trip

8/10

Amazing location, great hotel. Very comfortable. Only challenge was the service at the bar, suggest you eat and drink out.
1-night trip

10/10

The location is the best. Great hotel great staff
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing service, warm staff, beautiful suite with view and fabulous location.
3-night trip

8/10

Good comfortable stay
3-night trip

10/10

Fabulous hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent service, helpful staff, restaurant was amazing!
3-night trip

10/10

Very close to Victoria Harbour and the hotel was clean, staff were very helpful. Would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect suite for our Victoria vacation. Awesome view from our balcony. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food.
4-night trip

10/10

Loved the location and staff. Wonderful boutique hotel.
6-night trip

10/10

Comfortable, quiet, modern suite style hotel in the heart of James Bay. Perfect location for an incredible stay in Victoria!
1-night trip